Bulbs in the basement, geraniums on the windowsill how to grow & overwinter 165 tender plants
Cooler-zone gardeners are discovering that with a little wintertime care, plants that have long been considered annuals can thrive for years. These plants--including geraniums, gladioli, dahlias, begonias, rosemary, lavender, snapdragons, and even impatiens-- aren't annuals at all. Rather, they are tender perennials. They aren't hardy enough to survive winter on their own, but they can be moved indoors during the cold months and then returned to the garden in spring. Many are even more beautiful in their second and third years!Bulbs in the Basement, Geraniums on the Windowsill is the first comprehensive resource on the care and maintenance of tender plants. In this zone-defying guide, you'll find simple techniques for overwintering, along with 160 detailed plant profiles that include individualized advice for overwintering and indoor care. With this practical guide, you can enjoy your favorite plants year after year, no matter where you live!
"Enjoy many of your favorite plants season after season by brining them indoors for the winter. Plant by plant and step by step, the McGowans show you how to rescue more than 160 tender perennials from the killing cold. With a little indoor care, your plants will be healthy and ready for repeat appearances in the garden come spring. Garden outside your zone; save money; transform "annuals" into perennials; expand your plant palette; and enjoy favorite plants year after year.--COVER."
"Cooler-zone gardeners are discovering that with a little wintertime care, plants that have long been considered annuals can thrive for years. These plants--including geraniums, gladioli, dahlias, begonias, rosemary, lavender, snapdragons, and even impatiens-- aren't annuals at all. Rather, they are tender perennials. They aren't hardy enough to survive winter on their own, but they can be moved indoors during the cold months and then returned to the garden in spring. Many are even more beautiful in their second and third years!Bulbs in the Basement, Geraniums on the Windowsill is the first comprehensive resource on the care and maintenance of tender plants. In this zone-defying guide, you'll find simple techniques for overwintering, along with 160 detailed plant profiles that include individualized advice for overwintering and indoor care. With this practical guide, you can enjoy your favorite plants year after year, no matter where you live!"@en
"Cooler-zone gardeners are discovering that with a little wintertime care, plants that have long been considered "annuals" can thrive for years. These plants ' including geraniums, gladioli, dahlias, begonias, rosemary, lavender, snapdragons, and even impatiens ' aren't annuals at all. Rather, they are tender perennials. They aren't hardy enough to survive winter on their own, but they can be moved indoors during the cold months and then returned to the garden in spring. Many are even more beautiful in their second and third years!'Bulbs in the Basement, Geraniums on the Windowsill is the first comprehensive resource on the care and maintenance of tender plants. In this zone-defying guide, you'll find simple techniques for overwintering, along with 160 detailed plant profiles that include individualized advice for overwintering and indoor care.'With this practical guide, you can enjoy your favorite plants year after year, no matter where you live!'"@en
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